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Literally head over heels

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I did an experiment on Thursday.

Hypothesis: Making it through a day (commute included) in heels is a good idea.

Conclusion: Um, no.

I was rocking the look until I stepped off the crosstown bus at the end of the day. I missed a step and ended up twisting my ankle and banging up my knees. Ouch.

So what’s a girl to do? Buy more cute flats (and refrain from wearing high shoes while using public transportation). Here are some top picks for spring:

Forever 21 'Ainsley Loafer,' $18.80

Urban Outfitters '80/20 Deenie Wrap Skimmer,' $82French Sole 'Shandra Laser-cut Ballet,' $185

Urban Outfitters 'Between the Lines Oxford,' $38

Pink Studio 'Shandi,' $70

Jeffrey Campbell 'Siena' in mustard, $49.99

Splurge alert: J. Crew 'Tivoli metallic ballet flats,' $250

— Julie Gordon

Tags: shopping , shoes , heels , flats , j. crew , bloomingdale's , urban outfitters

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